Pacific PowerBoat Magazine

Pacific PowerBoat is a bi-monthly magazine targeting powerboats from 3m to 30 metres, from trailerboats to motor yachts and cruisers. This high gloss publication features boat reviews, new products, destinations and technical articles – all 100% power boat focused. Each issue includes a second stand-alone magazine, targeting a specific sector of the marine market. Pacific PowerBoat + Alloy Boat Magazine appears three times a year, Pacific PowerBoat + Pacific PassageMaker Annual, Pacific PowerBoat + RIB Annual, Pacific PowerBoat + PWC Annual

ARES YACHTS CREATES PROJECT ATLAS • ARES YACHTS, part of the renowned ARES Shipyard based in Antalya, Turkey, has released tempting details of its new 54-metre explorer superyacht concept, named ATLAS, for intrepid owners to explore the world in style.

Pacific PowerBoat Magazine

GET READY FOR A HOT ONE… • Whoop, whoop – summer is here!

HAINES HUNTER OVERLANDER OP725 • The Haines Hunter Overlander OP725 is a testament to marine and amphibious technology innovation. This 7.5-meter hardtop vessel expertly combines high-performance marine capabilities with seamless land mobility, offering versatility for boaties.

AQUILA 32 SPORT POWER CATAMARAN • The Aquila 32 Sport Power Catamaran combines style, performance, and comfort, making it a versatile platform for cruising, entertaining, and water sports. With a longer waterline length, this model delivers a smoother ride, improved comfort, and increased onboard space.

RAE LINE 206 OB • Rae Line is excited to present their newest addition to the cabin boat range, the 206 OB, designed to deliver the latest technological advancements, features, and style.

STRONG NEW ZEALAND CONTINGENT SHOWCASES INNOVATION AT METS • New Zealand companies had a very successful time at the 2024 METSTRADE in late November. The fifteen companies, exhibiting under the aegis of NZ Marine, all share an innovative approach to their products and services, with several world firsts released at this year’s show by Kiwi exhibitors.

NZ MARINE INDUSTRY CELEBRATES ETNZ’S SUCCESSFUL DEFENCE OF THE 37TH AMERICA’S CUP • Emirates Team New Zealand’s win against the best of the United Kingdom, Italy, Switzerland, France and the USA further evidences New Zealand has the world’s best sailors and is leading the world in boatbuilding innovation and technology.

MAIDEN VOYAGE OF WILMA 2, THE NEWLY BUILT DEMEY 60 • As featured on the cover of the November/December issue of PowerBoat Magazine, the maiden voyage of Wilma 2, a newly built DEMEY 60 semi-displacement power catamaran, marked an unforgettable journey from New Zealand to Australia.

HAMPTON ENDURANCE 680 ARRIVES SAFELY • The Hampton Endurance 680, a purpose-built luxurious cruiser, has arrived safely in Brisbane. The team at Leigh-Smith Yachts were underway commissioning the boat this week as we went to print.

SARGO INTRODUCES THE NEW SARGO 31 OUTBOARD • Sargo Boats is proud to announce the launch of SARGO 31 Outboard, a ground-breaking addition to its rugged, seaworthy fleet and the first SARGO model equipped with outboard engines. Building on decades of excellence in producing all-weather, family-friendly offshore boats, this new release reflects SARGO’s commitment to innovation and performance while maintaining the quality, durability, and comfort that SARGO owners have come to expect.

CHANGING OF THE GUARD HERALDS A NEW ERA FOR MARITIMO • In what is a landmark move in Maritimo’s 20th year, a talented new team has joined Maritimo to take on the sales and business development management throughout Australia and New Zealand. Effective from 7 October, Danny Jordin has been appointed to the role of Australasian Sales Manager, and Sean Savage and Paul Savage are the brand’s Business Development Managers.

SHORT MARINE’S KIWI EXPANSION • Sydney brothers Sam and...